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Open vs. Closed: The Battle for the Future of Language Models

Will Language Models Foster Freedom or Authoritarianism? (part 4 in a series)
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Revisiting the NEA Four: Free Speech Battles in the Arts

From the “decency” fights of the 1990s to today’s “gender ideology” rule, the NEA’s funding shifts are sidelining queer voices. The ACLU is pushing back to protect artists.
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Lawmakers Can't Turn Classrooms Into Sunday Schools

From Arkansas to Oklahoma, politicians are pushing religion into public schools. The ACLU is fighting back to defend church-state separation and students’ rights.

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ACLU of Oklahoma Condemns Median Ordinance Signed by Tulsa Mayor

In response to Tulsa Mayor Monroe Nichols signing into law an ordinance that targets Tulsa’s homeless population for sitting or standing on certain medians or sidewalks along roads with speed limits greater than twenty-five miles per hour.

ACLU and Partners Reach a Landmark Settlement Agreement to End Wealth-Based Detention in Oklahoma

The ACLU and partners announced a landmark agreement today with court leadership in Canadian County, Oklahoma that, if approved by the federal judge presiding over the case, would put an end to the unconstitutional practice of jailing people simply because they cannot afford bail.

Suit Seeking to Punish Freedom from Religion Foundation for Advocacy Dismissed

In a win for freedom of speech, a suit filed against the Freedom from Religion Foundation (FFRF) was dismissed by a federal judge this week.